Leporinus Parae
📖 Overview
Leporinus Parae (Leporinus parae), first described by Eigenmann, 1907 is a medium-sized fish in the family Anostomidae (order Characiformes). Adults typically reach 22.90 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It feeds primarily on plankton, plant material, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Vertebrae: 35 - 37. Diagnosed by the following characters: dental formula 4/4; 39-41 scales in the lateral line; 5/5 transversal series of scales; 16 circumpeduncular series of scales .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Leporinus Parae is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Distinct pairs breed on densely grown weedy places .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; pelagic. Tropical South America: river basins of Pará, lower Amazon in Brazil.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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